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Know the numbers. Know your options.

Intimate-partner violence can happen in any community — including our military community. In 2024, more than 25,000 intimate-partner assault victims were recorded in South Carolina.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, you are not alone. The Military Family Advocacy Program provides prevention, advocacy, counseling, safety planning and connections to additional resources.

Reaching out is a sign of strength. Know your options. Know where to turn.

📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
Available 24/7. Confidential support.

#SCNG #MilitaryFamily #FamilyAdvocacy #DomesticViolenceAwareness #KnowYourOptions by @official_scguard

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John Cantey Villepigue of Camden, South Carolina was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions at Vaux-Andigny, France. Below is an excerpt from, "History of the 118th Infantry, American Expeditionary Force, France" by the regimental historian, Lieut. Sam J. Royall, published in 1919:

"John C. Villepigue, corporal, Company M, 118th Infantry. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action with the enemy at Vaux Andigny, France, October 16th, 1918. Having been sent out with two other soldiers to scout through the village of Vaux Andigny, he met with strong resistance from enemy machine gun fire, which killed one of his men and wounded the other. Continuing his advance without aid 500 yards in advance of his platoon and in the face of machine gun and artillery fire, he encountered four of the enemy in a dugout, whom he attacked and killed with a hand grenade. Crawling forward to a point 150 yards in advance of his first encounter, he rushed a machine gun nest, killing four and capturing six of the enemy and taking two light machine guns. After being joined by his platoon he was severely wounded in the arm."

Corporal Villepigue also received the British Distinguished Conduct Medal. by @official_scguard

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South Carolina Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 678th Air Defense Artillery Brigade gathered at McCrady Training Center for a departure ceremony as they prepare to serve in the National Capital Region as part of the homeland defense mission.

Behind every Soldier who raises their hand to serve is a family, friend and community standing beside them. We’re proud of the 678th and grateful for their commitment to protecting our nation.

#SCNG #AlwaysReady #678thADA #SouthCarolina #SCARNG by @official_scguard

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Richmond Hobson Hilton was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in Brancourt, France. Below is an excerpt from, "History of the 118th Infantry, American Expeditionary Force, France" by the regimental historian, Lieut. Sam J. Royall, published in 1919:

"Richmond H. Hilton, sergeant, Company M, 118th Infantry. For conspicuous gallantry and inrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action with the enemy at Brancourt, France, October 11th, 1918. While Sergt. Hilton's company was advancing through the village of Brancourt it was held up by intense enfilading fire from a machine gun nest among shell holes at the edge of the town. Sergt. Hilton, accompanied by a few other soldiers, but well in advance of them, pressed on toward this position, firing with his rifle until his ammunition was exhausted, and then with his pistol killing six of the enemy and capturing ten. In the course of this daring exploit he received a wound rom a bursting shell which resulted in the loss of his arm. Home address Westville, S.C."

Sgt. Hilton was also awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal by the British Government, the French Medaille Militaire and Croix de Guerre (with palm), the Croce di Guerra from Italy, the Portuguese War Medal, and the Bravery Medal from Montenegro. by @official_scguard

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A huge Happy Birthday to our brothers and sisters in the @usnavy!

From the South Carolina National Guard to the finest fleet on the planet, we hope you have an incredible day. From the Lowcountry to the deep blue, we are proud to stand watch alongside you and protect this great nation together.

Fair winds and following seas, shipmates! by @official_scguard

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Support is strength. Eligible service members and families can access free, confidential, short-term, non-medical counseling through Military OneSource.

Take the first step today: call 800-342-9647 or visit Military OneSource to learn more.

#SCNG #BenefitsBlitz #MilitaryFamily by @official_scguard

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After assuming command of G Company, 1st Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment at Montbrehain on October 8, 1918, 1st Lt. James C. Dozier's unit came under attack by six German machine gun crews. From the Medal of Honor citation:
"In command of 2 platoons, 1st Lt. Dozier was painfully wounded in the shoulder early in the attack, but he continued to lead his men displaying the highest bravery and skill. When his command was held up by heavy machinegun fire, he disposed his men in the best cover available and with a soldier continued forward to attack a machinegun nest. Creeping up on the position in the face of intense fire, he killed the entire crew with hand grenades and his pistol and a little later captured a number of Germans who had taken refuge in a dugout nearby."

In addition to receiveing the Medal of Honor, he was also awarded the British Military Cross by the British government.

After the war, 1st Lt. Dozier would go on to serve as the Adjutant General of South Carolina for 33 years. by @official_scguard

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Thomas Lee Hall was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in the Battle of Montbrehain. Below is an excerpt from, "History of the 118th Infantry, American Expeditionary Force, France" by the regimental historian, Lieut. Sam J. Royall, published in 1919:
"Thomas Lee Hall (Deceased) sergeant, Company G, 118th Infantry. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action with the enemy near Montbrehain, France, October 8th, 1918. Having overcome two machine gun nests under his skilful leadership, Sergt. Hall's platoon was stopped 800 yards from its final objective by machine gun fire of particular intensity. Ordering his men to take cover in a sunken road, he advanced alone on the enemy machine gun post and killed five members of the crew with his bayonet and thereby made possible the further advance of the line. While attacking another machine gun nest later in the day this gallant soldier was mortally wounded. Home address, Fort Mill, S.C."
The Thomas Lee Hall Library at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, was dedicated in his honor on January 14, 1971. Pictured is Brigadier General Jack MacFarlane, Deputy Post Commander, and Mrs. R G Eubanks unveiling the memorial plaque. (Photo courtesy of The Walker Local and Family History Center Digital Collection, Richland County Library.) by @official_scguard

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Gary Evans Foster, Sergeant, Company F, 118th Infantry Division, of Inman, South Carolina, received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Battle of Montbrehain. The citation reads:

"When his company was held up by violent machine gun fire from a sunken road, Sgt. Foster, with an officer, went forward to attack the hostile machine gun nests. The officer was wounded, but Sgt. Foster continued on alone in the face of heavy fire and by effective use of hand grenades and his pistol killed several of the enemy and captured 18."
In an article published by the Spartanburg Herald-Journal commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I, Foster's nephew said the citation only scratched the surface of what took place that day. Foster had to take charge of the platoon after the officers were wounded and the senior sergeant had been gassed earlier in the day.
"...Foster knew ordering the men to head into the fire would lead to heavy casualties. These were men he'd grown up with, and ... Foster made the call to take a small raiding party across the field in an attempt to knock out the German machine gun nest.
...the party bounded across the field until fire forced the remainder of Foster's party to make a hasty retreat. Foster would be forced to attack the nest on his own."
For more on his action and the interview with his nephew:
https://www.goupstate.com/story/special/special-sections/2018/11/11/100-years-ago-gary-evans-foster-fought-his-way-into-history/8403431007/ by @official_scguard

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🎙️Episode 19 of Family Guidons is here.

Military life is built on resilience, but no family should have to carry the load alone.

In this episode, our hosts discuss the value of peer-to-peer support programs and the connections that help military spouses and families navigate deployments, challenges, and the realities of service. From shared experiences to practical encouragement, battle buddies matter far beyond the mission.

Click the link in our bio or listen to Episode 19 of Family Guidons wherever you get your podcasts.

#FamilyGuidons #SCNG #MilitaryFamilies #BattleBuddies #StrongerTogether by @official_scguard

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From October 6-12, 1918, the Palmetto Regiment - 118th Infantry - fought in the Battle of Montbrehain. It was during this period that five of our six Medal of Honor recipients would receive our nation's highest award for valor. The sixth came just three days later.

There were several attacks conducted on October 6 and 7 to straighten and strengthen the line for a major offensive on October 8. The attack began promptly at 5:10am. The Regiment's 2nd and 3rd Battalions began a driving thrust forward with 1st Battalion in reserve and the 117th Infantry Regiment at its left. They advanced a distance of 5,800 yards, campturing Brancourt, 16 German officers, and 750 enlisted men by 1:30pm. The regiments stopped to allow the British 25th Division on the left flank and British 6th Division on the right flank to move in alongside them.

Pictured are soldiers from the 118th Infantry Regiment receiving a warm drink from a woman in Brancourt le Grand on October 11, 1918, courtesy of the National Archives. by @official_scguard

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🎙️Episode 19 of Family Guidons is here.

Military life is built on resilience, but no family should have to carry the load alone.

In this episode, our hosts discuss the value of peer-to-peer support programs and the connections that help military spouses and families navigate deployments, challenges, and the realities of service. From shared experiences to practical encouragement, battle buddies matter far beyond the mission.

Listen to Episode 19 of Family Guidons wherever you get your podcasts.

https://youtu.be/SAMjIG5N2us

#FamilyGuidons #SCNG #MilitaryFamilies #BattleBuddies #StrongerTogether by @official_scguard

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